CNBC | Mack HoganFord Mustang Shelby GT350 1Review: Preview of the Shelby Mustang GT350 is fast and fun at $59,000Ford Shelby Mustang G350First off, Ford worked with Michelin to design a new set of high-performance tires. When you’re sending 526 horsepower to the rear wheels, bad tires can limit the speed. They’re crucial to the success of any performance car, especially considering that they can improve handling, acceleration and braking.

We’ve long heard about the GT350 and its magnificent engine. After finally getting some seat time, it’s clear that the Shelby lives up to the hype. Sure, it’s effortlessly fast and a bargain, but the screaming motor and stellar exhaust note is what makes this one of the most special cars on sale.H/O: Ford Shelby Mustang G350 1The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 was introduced for the 2016 model year to critical acclaim. Most of the praise went to the massive, 5.2-liter V-8 that’s special to the GT350 and its more-aggressive sibling, the GT350R. Unlike the GT350R, though, the standard-issue Shelby gets some notable upgrades for 2019.Early thoughtsH/O: Ford Shelby Mustang G350 4